Organizations can act to protect themselves against computer hacking, but collective action is the best defense. | Editorial
During a ransomware hack, attackers infiltrate a target’s computer system and encrypt its data. They then demand a payment before they will release the decryption key to free the system. This type of extortion has existed for decades, but in the 2010s it exploded in popularity, with online gangs holding local governments, infrastructure and even hospitals hostage. Ransomware is a collective problem—and solving it will require collaborative action from companies, the U.S.
These attacks harm more than the direct targets. Last May, for example, Colonial Pipeline announced that its data had fallen prey to a hacking group. As a result, the private company—which transports about half of the East Coast’s fuel supply—had to shut down 5,500 miles of pipeline. When they heard the news, people panicked and began stocking up on gas, causing shortages. The company paid at least $4.
Other solutions are more straightforward and involve pushing organizations to protect themselves better. Cybersecurity defenses, such as multifactor-authentication requirements and better training in how to recognize phishing and other attacks, make it harder for hackers to access systems. Segmenting one’s network means that breaking through to one part of the system does not make all data immediately available.
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